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On the site where the unit known as the Frogmen originated, and near the beaches where they trained, the Navy SEAL Museum now stands to honor the U.S. military's most elite fighting force. Inside and on the grounds of this compact facility you can see vehicles, weapons and other gear used by the SEALs, in Vietnam, Iraq, Afghanistan and other missions. These include HUMVEEs used in Desert Storm, a Black Hawk helicopter, and the actual lifeboat in which Somali pirates held Captain Richard Phillips of the Maersk Alabama hostage in 2009 before he was
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What better way to see the city that is sometimes called "The Venice Of America" than with a leisurely cruise on a yacht provided by Riverfront Cruises? For 90 minutes, you can relax and enjoy a beverage from the bar if you wish, as you cruise the scenic waterways of Fort Lauderdale. The captain will provide an entertaining and informative narration of the sights you'll see on the New River, the Intracoastal Waterway and Port Everglades, including historic homes like the Stranahan House and some yachts and vacation homes of the rich and famous. Stephen Spielberg's yacht is a fixture, as are
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It looks like something from a science fiction movie when you see a daredevil on what looks like a skateboard, hovering several feet above the water. But the future is here at SoFlo Flyboarding, and that daredevil could easily be you. You don't need experience, you don't need to be a skateboarder, and you really don't even need to be a swimmer. After strapping your feet into the heavy but buoyant apparatus attached to a jet ski by what looks like a fire hose, you get into the water and then the jet ski's skillful and helpful operator controls the force, at your direction, that lifts your feet and the rest of you out of the water and up into the air as high as you feel comfortable with. At first, it may be difficult just to keep your balance, but by the time your 30 minute session is over, you should be floating with relative ease. With enough practice,
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In addition to the seeing the animals at the Zoo Of Central Florida, you may have a chance to perform some animal tricks of your own in the treetops on Zoomair, a zipline and treetop challenge course. There are actually three courses, including one for kids, each consisting of about 30 obstacles. For adults, the Upland course provides a leisurely introduction to ziplining, and takes about 90 minutes to finish. Upon completing this course, you may take the more challenging Rainforest course, which takes about an hour to complete. Both courses feature ziplines and challenging airborne walks on cables and swinging platforms to test your balance and perseverance. And unlike most other zipline attractions, these are self-guided. Once you receive your initial instruction,
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You're locked in a room and you have an hour to find your way out, using the clues scattered all around you. It's a concept that has been popular in Europe, and now you can experience it in grand fashion in Charlotte. At Exit Strategy, you have your choice of being locked in a room with a Seventies motif, or the Cabin in the Woods. Come with your brain fully engaged, as you will be tested on observation, memory, logic and lateral thinking. But just in case you get stuck, your host will be observing you on a monitor and communicating via walkie-talkie with as many hints as you need or request - or letting you know if you do
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Acclaimed as one of the top beaches in the country by National Geographic, Ocean Park is more than just a great place to take a swim. It's boardwalk attractions include amusement rides, an arcade and miniature golf. Events during the summer include beach blanket movies, concerts, sock hops and magic shows.
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The second largest electric shovel in the world, Big Brutus stands 160 feet high, and is visible for miles around. From 1962 to 1974, it was a powerful aid to the Kansas mining industry. Today, the public is invited to climb inside it, look around, and even sit in the operator's seat. A visitors' center next to it provides more background information.
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A relic of the Cold War, the Titan II missile housed here was once capable of launching from this site in less than a minute and delivering a nuclear warhead thousands of miles away. Today, it's the only Titan missile accessible for public viewing. For an additional fee, you can partake of a 90 minute tour guided by a former Titan crew member.
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Under the impetus of President Theodore Roosevelt, the Workhouse opened in 1910 as a progressive penal institution that employed prisoners in agriculture and useful trades, and gave them job skills that would enable them to turn their lives around. Closed in 1968, the site was reborn 40 years later as an arts center. You not only can stroll through the art exhibits but can drop into artists' studios to watch them at work and chat with them about their fascinating projects - if their studio is open, it means they are quite willing to talk to you. The performing arts are also represented, with theatrical productions, classes and special events. And there's a museum showcasing the facility's history as a penal institution.
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Duke University is home to a botanical treasure that repeatedly has been named one of the top 10 public gardens in the country. The Sarah P. Duke Gardens consists of 55 acres of an astounding variety of plants, including an Asian garden. There's also a beautiful lily pond stocked with koi. Guided tours are available, or you can explore the 5 miles of trails on your own. In the summer, the gardens host an outdoor concert series.
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